The partnership will focus on several areas where combining the expertise and network from each partner can make a tangible impact. These include collaborating on advocating for use of low-carbon, natural materials in both retrofit and new build applications; supporting the growth of timber-rich construction in the UK and encouraging greater adoption of home-grown timber products; and undertaking collaborative research into innovative sustainable building solutions.
Both organisations will also seek to expand the market for proven low-carbon products, such as those championed by the ASBP Natural Fibre Insulation Group, while supporting the low carbon skills agenda with a focus on work quality and knowledge of whole-life carbon approaches.
“We are delighted to form this strategic partnership with BE-ST to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable built environment,” said Richard Broad, director at ASBP. “By aligning our networks, knowledge and expertise on timber, natural materials and more, we can strengthen the case for sustainable products and approaches and support the sector to embed low-carbon solutions at scale.”
“By working in partnership with ASBP, we are able to expand our impact, strengthen collaboration across the sector and ensure that sustainable construction products and solutions are embedded in both practice and policy,” said Louise Rogers, impact manager at BE-ST. “We hope to bring our expertise in MMC, timber engineering, and skills delivery together with ASBP to help shape policies, skills and markets that make low-carbon construction the industry standard.”
Through this agreement, ASBP and BE-ST will jointly explore programme development, knowledge sharing and collaborative opportunities with industry, government and research stakeholders. Together, they will work to accelerate the transition towards a low-carbon, sustainable construction sector.
